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D.J. Lagway a Solid Starting Option Despite Tough Week 11 Matchup
Baylor quarterback D.J. Lagway has played pretty well of late, but now will face a stiff test in Week 11 against BYU. The Cougars are allowing just 302.2 total yards and 19.8 points per game so far this season, so they will challenge Lagway. The quarterback has 1,900 passing yards and 15 touchdowns across seven games played this season. He's completed 53.7% of his passes and has four interceptions. Lagway is a dual-threat QB, tallying 161 yards and two scores over 50 attempts. He has six touchdown passes over his past two games combined, plus rushed for 119 yards and a score in Week 10, which shows off some of his fantasy appeal. His fantasy upside offsets his tougher matchup a bit and gives him starting appeal in all leagues.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Zion Williamson Set to Suit Up on Tuesday
New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (rest) is available for Tuesday's game against the Brooklyn Nets after resting during Monday's 138-87 loss to Golden State. The 26-year-old has missed just one game this season, averaging 21.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 2.2 steals in 33.0 minutes through 10 appearances. With Williamson returning, Herbert Jones will likely see fewer minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Terrance Carter Jr. a Solid Week 11 Starting Option
Texas Tech tight end Terrance Carter Jr. is a pretty solid fantasy starting option for his Week 11 contest against Oklahoma State. Carter has 274 receiving yards and four touchdowns across 24 receptions in his seven games played so far. He also has three rushing yards and a score on three attempts. Carter has three or more receptions in three straight contests, and he's scored three touchdowns over the past two games. He's coming off a season-high 81 yards against West Virginia in Week 10, so he's on the rise. Oklahoma State allows 384 total yards and 27.2 points per game on the season, so the matchup is pretty solid for the tight end as well. Carter remains a starting option in all leagues, but a more confident option in deeper setups.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Jauan Jennings Hopeful to Play in Week 10
Agent Drew Rosenhaus said on The Pat McAfee Show that Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jauan Jennings (calf) is dealing with a calf strain but is hopeful to return in Week 10 against the division-rival Green Bay Packers. Rosenhaus added that Jennings seems very happy in Minnesota and that it is his belief that he will stay with the Vikings beyond Tuesday's NFL trade deadline. Jennings reportedly turned down a potential trade that was being worked out for the 49ers to reacquire him. Instead, the Niners pivoted and acquired veteran pass-catcher Keenan Allen from the Indianapolis Colts on Tuesday. The 29-year-old has been a non-factor in the Vikings' offense through his six games played so far in 2026, catching only six passes for 54 yards and no touchdowns. However, the addition of veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins should be good news for Jennings, Justin Jefferson, and Jordan Addison in the second half of the season. Target volume is still going to be an issue when Jennings returns in Minnesota, though, and he will probably continue to be a hard-to-trust WR4/5 in fantasy.
Source: Drew Rosenhaus on The Pat McAfee Show
Source: Drew Rosenhaus on The Pat McAfee Show
Yamir Knight Looks to Keep Delivering in Tougher Week 11 Test
SMU wide receiver Yamir Knight has delivered big over the past two weeks, but he heads into a tougher Week 11 matchup against Wake Forest. The Demon Deacons are allowing 310 total yards and 15.9 points per game this season, so this will be a bit of a stiffer challenge for Knight. The wide receiver went for 103 yards and three touchdowns across six receptions in Week 10 against Virginia Tech - he also had two rushes for 11 yards in that contest. Knight had 80 yards and a score across six grabs in Week 9 against Syracuse, so he's a receiver on the rise. He has 626 receiving yards and six scores on 50 receptions overall this season, plus has rushed for four yards on three attempts. Knight is a pretty solid fantasy starting option, but expectations need to be tempered a bit going into a tougher test.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Panthers Release Wide Receiver David Moore
Carolina Panthers wide receiver David Moore was released Tuesday after appearing in six games this season. His only catch was a 27-yard gain against Philadelphia in Week 6. Moore played 13 offensive snaps against Tampa Bay the following week, but his only snap in Sunday's loss to Denver came on a 17-yard punt return, his longest of the season. Tetairoa McMillan and Jalen Coker each played at least 80% of Carolina's offensive snaps against the Broncos, with Brycen Tremayne getting 21 snaps and John Metchie III getting 19. Carolina signed Moore from the practice squad on Sept. 30 and listed him as its lead punt and kickoff returner in October. Anthony Tyus III handled all four of Carolina's kickoff returns against Denver for 110 yards and leads the team with 18 kickoff returns for 451 yards. Trevor Etienne gained nine yards on Carolina's other punt return Sunday. The Panthers have been looking to expand his role on special teams, and Etienne already leads the team with seven punt returns to Moore's four.
Source: Mike Kaye
Source: Mike Kaye
Jordan Goodwin Back in Action on Tuesday
Phoenix Suns guard Jordan Goodwin (calf) is available to play in Tuesday's matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers. Goodwin is set to return after missing four consecutive contests due to right calf soreness. The 28-year-old is averaging 7.8 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 2.6 assists across 18.6 minutes per contest in five appearances. Collin Gillespie could see his role reduced with Goodwin back in the mix.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Source: NBA Injury Report
Micah Ford Offers Big Upside in Week 11 Matchup
Stanford running back Micah Ford is primed for a big showing in the team's Week 11 matchup against Virginia Tech. The Hokies are allowing 23.9 points and 340 total yards per game, and 107.3 of those yards are coming on the ground. Ford is a good fantasy option on his own, with 751 rushing yards and eight touchdowns over 156 attempts across his nine games played thus far. He's also caught 26 passes for an additional 224 yards and a score. Ford has at least 19 carries in three straight appearances, and has at least three catches in all those contests. On a big workload alone, he's a good fantasy option, and factoring in a solid matchup too, Ford should be starting in most leagues for Week 11.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Colts Expect Josh Downs to Bounce Back
Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Jim Bob Cooter expects wide receiver Josh Downs to bounce back this year, according to James Boyd of The Athletic. "He's had good energy around here. He's getting ready for each game the right way. You're gonna have some peaks and valleys in the career. The story's not written yet on Josh Downs' season. I anticipate him bouncing back," Cooter said. Downs was a popular breakout candidate during the preseason after the Colts traded Michael Pittman Jr. to the Pittsburgh Steelers in the offseason, but the 25-year-old has not lived up to expectations with a bigger role, and he has been an even bigger disappointment considering that Alec Pierce (heel) has missed most of the year due to injury. In nine games played, Downs has 33 receptions for 354 yards (10.7 yards per catch) and just one touchdown. In a great matchup against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 9, Downs fell flat, catching three of his six targets for 24 yards. The Colts traded Keenan Allen to the San Francisco 49ers on Tuesday, so Downs will have an even higher target share going forward, although he will also see more attention from opposing defenses in the second half of the year.
Source: The Athletic - James Boyd
Source: The Athletic - James Boyd
LaNorris Sellers a Strong Week 11 Option Heading into Favorable Matchup
South Carolina quarterback LaNorris Sellers has a strong fantasy outlook for his Week 11 matchup against Arkansas. The Razorbacks are allowing 361.8 total yards and 27.4 points per game, so Sellers is set up pretty well. He's had a big season so far, throwing for 2,100 yards and 17 touchdowns, while completing 62.8% of his passes over nine games. Sellers has seven interceptions as well, while rushing for 637 yards and seven scores over 104 attempts. He had two total touchdowns and just under 300 total yards in Week 10 against Texas A&M. Sellers has at least 210 passing yards in five straight games, while throwing 11 touchdowns to three interceptions over that span. With steady work on the ground too, he's been a quality fantasy starting option, and that remains for Week 11 going into his favorable matchup, so he can be started in a lot of leagues.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Jonathan Taylor Expected to Stay With Colts at Trade Deadline
Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor is expected to stay with the team through Tuesday's trade deadline, according to Tom Pelissero. Pelissero reported that multiple teams offered a second-round pick plus additional compensation, but the Colts were seeking a much bigger return. Indianapolis signed Taylor to a two-year extension in August that runs through 2028, then traded left guard Quenton Nelson to Seattle in October. Taylor has averaged 3.3 yards per carry in the two games since that trade, down from 4.2 over his first seven games. He scored eight rushing touchdowns before the trade and has rushed for 69 yards on 21 carries without a score since. Taylor still handled 18 touches in Sunday's loss to Dallas, including a season-high five catches. Seth McGowan had six carries for 45 yards and scored from two yards out. Taylor has nine catches over the past two games, one more than in the previous four combined. That receiving work helps offset his rushing slump in PPR leagues heading into Sunday's Week 10 matchup with Miami.
Source: Tom Pelissero
Source: Tom Pelissero
Tommy Carr the Expected Starter, But Bryce Underwood to Play in Week 11
Michigan is expected to start Tommy Carr at quarterback for the team's Week 11 game against Oregon. However, Bryce Underwood is expected to play as well. Underwood has appeared in seven games so far, completing 58.1% of his passes for 924 yards and five touchdowns. He has six interceptions, while rushing for 222 yards and two scores across 61 carries. Carr has played in five games, completing 67% of his passes for 641 yards and two touchdowns. He's thrown three picks and has 95 rushing yards and three scores across 40 attempts. Oregon poses an average challenge, averaging 22.1 points and 349.7 total yards allowed per game. Both quarterbacks getting playing time would lower each of their fantasy ceilings, while also possibly hindering some skill players around them.
Source: Pete Thamel - ESPN
Source: Pete Thamel - ESPN
Lauri Markkanen Sidelined on Tuesday
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (wrist) is unavailable for Tuesday's matchup against the Miami Heat due to a right wrist sprain. Markkanen missed Sunday's loss to Minnesota after aggravating the same wrist issue that first surfaced Oct. 26 against Memphis. Before sitting out, the 29-year-old recorded 24 points, eight rebounds, and one assist while knocking down eight three-pointers during Friday's loss to Dallas. Josh Green started in his place Sunday and could start again with Markkanen sidelined, while Brice Sensabaugh and Josh Okogie could see extended minutes. Utah hosts Orlando on Wednesday, so fantasy managers should monitor Markkanen's status for the second half of the back-to-back.
Source: Utah Jazz
Source: Utah Jazz
Titans Trade Safety Amani Hooker to the Bills
The Tennessee Titans traded standout safety Amani Hooker and a fifth-round pick to the Buffalo Bills at Tuesday's trade deadline, sources told Tom Pelissero of The Ringer. Per ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Bills are giving up a second-round pick in exchange for Hooker. The 28-year-old defensive back spent his entire eight-year career with the Titans and had emerged in the best form of his career under head coach Robert Saleh this year. Hooker currently leads the league with five interceptions, 52 tackles, and six pass breakups through the first nine weeks in 2026. He will bring versatility to Buffalo's secondary, as Hooker has the ability to move between strong and free safety. After the trades of Hooker and defensive tackle Jeffrey Simmons, the Titans have two first-round picks and two second-round picks in the 2027 NFL Draft. Hooker is under contract through the 2028 season, and his contract comes with a salary cap hit of around $12 million this year. The Bills were in need of safety help after their experiment with veteran C.J. Gardner-Johnson did not work out.
Source: The Ringer - Tom Pelissero
Source: The Ringer - Tom Pelissero
Cowboys Don't Appear Interested in Trading George Pickens
NFL on Prime reporter James Palmer does not get any sense that the Dallas Cowboys are interested in moving wide receiver George Pickens before Tuesday's trade deadline. Teams have been curious, and a big offer could still come, but it seems like Dallas will hold on to Pickens, who is slated to become a free agent after the 2026 season. Owner Jerry Jones seems to prefer to hold onto Pickens, who could depart next March in free agency if the franchise does not work out a long-term extension with him. It was a bit of a surprise that Dallas did not work harder with the 25-year-old to lock him up on an extension after he had a career year in 2025 with 93 catches for 1,429 yards and nine touchdowns in 17 games played. Pickens has not been nearly as good so far in 2026 through nine weeks, catching 39 of 62 targets for 533 yards and two touchdowns while taking a clear back seat to CeeDee Lamb. Still, the former second-rounder from Georgia is a must-start fantasy receiver in a pass-happy Cowboys offense if he stays put at this year's deadline, which looks to be the case. After failing to find the end zone in the first four games, Pickens has scored twice in the last four games for Dallas.
Source: James Palmer
Source: James Palmer
